Antique Coalport Cobalt Blue Floral & Gilt Teacups and Saucers, Circa 1900

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Rich cobalt blue, delicate floral bouquets and intricate gilding give these antique Coalport teacups and saucers the elegance of a … Read more Rich cobalt blue, delicate floral bouquets and intricate gilding give these antique Coalport teacups and saucers the elegance of a collected English tea table. Broad blue borders frame creamy white porcelain, while pink, purple and rust-colored flowers bring a softer note to the formal palette. Gilt scrollwork, gently scalloped rims and graceful decorated handles complete the design.

Made in England around 1900, the cups bear Coalport’s crowned factory mark alongside the retailer’s stamp for Gilman Collamore & Co., Fifth Avenue and 30th Street, New York. This connection places them within the tradition of fine English porcelain imported for the American luxury market during the Gilded Age. The photographed cup also carries the painted pattern number Y2067.

The two cups vary slightly in size and proportions, lending the grouping the character of an assembled antique service. Display them in a glass-front cabinet, pair them with antique silver and linen, or add them to a thoughtfully mixed collection of English porcelain.

The offering includes two teacups and two coordinating saucers. An additional chipped cup is included as a complimentary display piece, with no value assigned to it.

Cup A measures approximately 4.5” wide including the handle, 3.675” in diameter, and just over 2” tall. Cup B measures approximately 4.875” wide including the handle, 3.875” in diameter, and 2.25” tall. Each saucer measures approximately 4.75” in diameter.

In very good antique condition overall, with age-related wear to the gilding and light surface wear. The complimentary third cup has a chip. See less